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Catholicism, Episodes 1-10 by RELIGION CHRISTIAN DVD CAT / NOT RATED

For the first time, in breathtaking cinematography, the beauty, goodness and truth of the Catholic Faith are illustrated in a rich, multimedia experience. Journey with acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Fr. Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 15 countries. Be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth’s people. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda…from the glorious shrines of Italy, France, and Spain, to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City, the mystery of CATHOLICISM is revealed.

In this slice-of-life exploration, Alexandra Pelosi travels the red states to meet a dizzying array of open and forthright evangelicals, representing a broad sampling of the community. Her up-close and personal encounters range from Joel Osteen to pastor Ted Haggard to Jerry Falwell himself. Evangelical Christians living in America today have become a formidable force in our culture and democracy—Pelosi travels across the heartland to try to learn more about what their influence may mean for the future of our country.

Documents the rise and growth of Islam throughout the world, from the birth of Prophet Muhammad in the 6th century through the peak of the Ottoman Empire 1000 years later. Discusses the impact of Islamic civilization on world history and culture.

Filmmaker Peter Rodger explores the age-old query “what is God?” He examines the idea of God through the minds and eyes of various religions and cultures, everyday people, spiritual leaders, and celebrities. He explores candid discussions with various Christians, Catholics, Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Buddhists and atheists from around the world.

A deeply moving portrait of children in the center of the Middle East conflict, Promises follows the journey of a filmmaker who travels in and around Jerusalem, where he meets seven Palestinian and Israeli children who exist in separate worlds.

Centers on the friendship between an Orthodox Jewish woman and a Muslim woman who meet as first-year teachers at a public school in Brooklyn. Over the course of the year they learn they share much in common – not least of which is that they are both going through the process of arranged marriages.

Lt. Caleb Holt lives by the old firefighter’s adage: Never leave your partner behind – it’s a natural instinct. But when it comes to marriage, it’s another story. After a decade of marriage, Caleb and Catherine have drifted so far apart that they are ready to move on without each other. As the two prepare for divorce, Caleb’s dad asks his son to try The Love Dare experiment. While hoping the experiment has nothing to do with his parents’ newfound faith, Caleb commits to the challenge. Now he will have to attempt to love his wife while avoiding God’s love for him. He will need to be able to demonstrate love over and over again to a person who is no longer receptive to his love.

Eight-year-old Tyler is armed with strong faith and courage as he faces a battle against cancer. His prayers take the form of letters he sends to his ultimate pen pal, God, on a daily basis. These letters find their way into the hands of Tyler’s postman, Brady, who is at a crossroads in his life, and is searching for meaning. Brady is at first confused over what to do, but his decision ultimately is a testament to the power of Tyler’s shining spirit, bravery, and grace.